Name: Songs From the Arc of Life
Brand: Yo-Yo Ma, Kathryn Stott

Tax rate EU

Default:19

Supplier EU

Bertus Musikvertrieb

Total Cap

9999

Format detail

Double 180 Gram Vinyl

Colour details

Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Orange

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Download code

Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2024-05-31

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

MOVCL074C

UPC / Barcode

8719262033603

Orange LPx2

Artist

Yo-Yo Ma

Kathryn Stott 

Label EU

Music On Vinyl

Genre EU

Modern Composition

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Yo-Yo Ma is a world-renowned cellist and one of the most celebrated classical musicians of our time. Born in Paris to Chinese parents, he began playing the cello at the age of four and quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent. With over 90 albums and numerous awards to his name, Yo-Yo Ma has captivated audiences around the globe with his expressive performances and virtuosic technique. His passion for music extends beyond classical repertoire, as he has collaborated with artists from various genres, showcasing his versatility and musical curiosity. Whether performing solo or alongside orchestras, Yo-Yo Ma's artistry continues to inspire and touch the hearts of millions.
Throughout his illustrious career, Yo-Yo Ma has been dedicated to using music as a means of fostering cultural understanding and promoting social change. He founded the Silkroad Ensemble, an innovative collective that brings together musicians from different traditions to create unique cross-cultural collaborations. Through this initiative, he aims to bridge divides and promote dialogue between cultures through the universal language of music.
In addition to his musical achievements, Yo-Yo Ma is also recognized for his philanthropic efforts. He serves as a UN Messenger of Peace and actively supports educational programs that bring music education to underserved communities. His commitment to making a positive impact on society through music reflects not only his extraordinary talent but also his deep belief in its transformative power.

Yo-Yo Ma is one of the most famous and best cellists in the world and has been awarded 18 Grammys, among others. After some very successful excursions into the musical world of jazz, American folk music and traditional Chinese music, the cellist is now releasing another classical album. With his longtime friend, pianist Kathryn Stott, Yo-Yo Ma has recorded well-known and popular classical melodies on Songs From The Arc Of Life. The album begins and ends with two popular “Ave Maria” settings: Bach/Gounod’s bright, radiant version begins, and Schubert’s more reflective, serious version concludes. In between are beloved classics such as “Brahms’ Lullaby”, Dvorák’s “Lieder”, Elgar’s “Salut d’Amour”, Jacob Gade’s “Jalousie”, Saint-Saëns’ “Swan”, as well as atmospheric pieces by Debussy, Fauré, Gershwin and Tchaikovsky. These are all pieces that Ma and Stott have often played together in concert but have never recorded until now.

“We want to invite our audience to remember and imagine what the soundtrack of their own lives might sound like,” Yo-Yo Ma says. “Kathy and I have wanted for years to record an album of works that are close to our hearts, music that depicts the context of a life.”

Songs From the Arc of Life

Music EU

Discover Songs From the Arc of Life by Yo-Yo Ma on Music On Vinyl. Classical melodies featuring popular pieces like "Ave Maria" and "Brahms' Lullaby".